India, July 7 -- Iran's military has fired at least two missiles at commercial vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. media reports.

Axios, citing two U.S. officials, reported that both vessels sustained significant damage, although no casualties were recorded.

Separately, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said a tanker travelling southbound was struck on its port side by an unidentified projectile, triggering a fire.

"No casualties or environmental impact reported," UKMTO said in a statement.

The maritime security organisation said authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

"Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO," the ...